A blog on types of plants, advice and methods.

Category: Garden blogs

Have you ever seen your plant looking lanky/wilting on a normal day? Thinking to yourself, what is really wrong with this fella? This really means your plant is lacking a certain mobile nutrition, this is why nutrition boosts are given once in a few months to help it grow into a healthier looking plant. 5… Read More 5 Organic garden nutrition boosters

The euphorbia ‘tirucalli’ is one of the most striking plant/tree(s) to have in the/your garden. It is highly recommended for areas with semi-arid tropical to arid climates. It can survive a one off heavy rain and rain every now and then, so don’t panic. Common names: Firestick plant Pencil tree Pencil cactus Naked lady Indian… Read More Euphorbia ‘Tirucalli’

PROPAGATION: Celery I really wanted a celery in my garden so I had to figure a way out. One evening, we were making a salad and the celery was going to be in it. I then thought for a second, I told you fellas about growing hydro herbs and veg in one of while back… Read More PROPAGATION: Celery

PROPAGATION: Mango ‘sensations’ For those of you who want to grow your own fruit trees, this post is the one to read. It was my first time growing these mango ‘sensations’. And didn’t I have fun yet find it challenging at the same time. These require a little attention at first. I hope this encourages… Read More PROPAGATION: Mango ‘sensations’

QUICK FACTS: These perennial varieties are suitable for extreme temperate and drought climates without water for long periods but won’t survive, needs a good soak. They are know also as Xerophytic plants. Grown in the gardens, pots and makes a beautiful displaying feature. Bees are attracted to its colourful leaves however some varieties have flowers… Read More PROPAGATION: Succulents/Echeveria

DIVISION: Division propagation can be a successful method if only done correctly, this is why I’m here to tell you! One way to aim this. shall we start? Remember any plant that has an underground root system can be divided! Propagation method: Dig out the existing plant or remove the plant out the pot of… Read More PROPAGATION: Division

CUTTINGS: This can either be a success or a total failure, just like they say… we have a two-ways propagation method to share with you! Are you ready? Basic method: Take simple mature cuttings (5-10 cm). Either sow them directly into the soil such as spekboom/elephant food plant or into seed pots of your choice.… Read More PROPAGATION: Cuttings